A pendant light is suspended from the ceiling and is the most common light fitting. Its main components are described below.
A variation where the ceiling rose (see below) and the lamp holder are combined in a single unit eliminating the need for a flex.
Wall lights come in many designs but the most popular are surface-mounted fittings and adjustable spotlights. Wall lights can be supplied either from the lighting circuit in the ceiling void or from a fused spur running from a ring main circuit.
A length of metal track is screwed to the wall or ceiling. The contact runs along the length of the track allowing a number of small light fittings to be attached anywhere along the track. When fitting a multi-spot track lighting system make sure it will not overload the circuit.